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The Carl Nelson Show

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Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela’s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC’s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 6-10 am on WOL 1450am, WOLB Talk 1010am, WOLBBaltimore.com and WOLDCNews.com

Latest episodes

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Dr. James Taylor & Charles Barron on the “Black Wave,” Midterm Results and Sahel Sovereignty

Black Politics expert Dr. James Taylor joins our classroom Monday morning to break down why last Tuesday was not a Blue Wave, but a Black Wave, and what that means for th

Nov 9
3 h 11 min

Dr. Gerald Horne, Dr. Sharita Yazid & Michael Imhotep on Election Results, Global Conflicts and International Protests

University of Houston’s African history professor, Gerald Horne, takes over our classroom on Thursday morning. Dr. Horne will cover several topics, including Tuesday’s Pr

Nov 5
3 h 12 min

John Templeton & Dr. Julianne Malveaux on Election Results, Black Political Power and Recession Concerns

San Francisco activist John Templeton will deliver exclusive insights into what these races mean for the Black community and break down whether this moment signals real p

Nov 5
3 h 12 min

Dr. Paul Smith, Rev. Leonard Hamlin, Dr. Wilmer Leon, Ron Moten & Pastor Edward Pickney on Election Day, Voting Rights and Key Races

Make your voice heard and be part of history this Tuesday by joining our special Election Day program. This is your opportunity to hear from civil rights giants Dr. Paul

Nov 4
3 h 13 min

Manu Ampim, Dr. Chike Akua & Tony Browder on Egypt and Cultural Reclamation | John Templeton, Gov. Wes Moore & Michael Redmon on Elections and Markets

Africana history professor and trailblazing researcher Professor Manu Ampim, celebrated author and educator Dr. Chike Akua, and acclaimed Kemetologist Tony Browder will c

Nov 2
3 h 13 min

Greg Palast, Barbara Arnwine, Dr. Julianne Malveaux & Dr. Obadele Kambon on Voting Rights, the Battle for Congress and Repatriation to Africa

Seize the opportunity to be informed and empowered as acclaimed author and international investigative reporter Greg Palast returns to our classroom. Greg’s award-winning

Nov 2
3 h 13 min

Dr. Ben Chavis, Matthew Hoh, Dr. Stephanie Myers & David Murphy on Election Stakes, the Middle East, Nonviolence and Black Unity

Legendary civil rights activist Dr. Ben Chavis will visit our classroom to passionately discuss what’s at stake in next Tuesday’s elections—your voice and your future. Be

Oct 29
3 h 12 min

Dr. Melina Abdullah, Carl Snowden, Carthenia Jefferson & Dr. Gnaka Lagoke on Justice, Election Stakes, Sex Trafficking and Africa

Dr. Melina Abdullah, a co-founder of Black Lives Matter Grassroots, returns to our classroom Tuesday morning with a powerful message. Dr. Abdullah will share a critical u

Oct 29
3 h 12 min

Professor James Small, Dr. Stephen Tates & Pastor Anthony Williams on Undecided Voters, Election Stakes and Community Wellness

Griot Professor James Small returns to our classroom, bringing his renowned insight and clarity. Professor Small will break down the critical role of undecided voters in

Oct 27
3 h 11 min

Dr. Jerome E. Fox, Dr. Ron Daniels & Rev. Dr. Robert Turner on Black Empowerment, Election Stakes and Reparations

Renowned Clinical Psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Jerome E. Fox, author of the groundbreaking workbook Addicted to White: The Oppressed in League with the Oppress

Oct 23
3 h 12 min

Dr. Henry Johnson, Pearl Walker, Dr. Michael Thompson & Christina Flowers on O.J. Simpson Claims, Voting Rights, AI and Homeless Advocacy

Dr. Henry Johnson, a close friend of the late O.J. Simpson, will set the record straight Wednesday morning on recent claims about the infamous case. Before Dr. Johnson, M

Oct 22
3 h 12 min

Dr. Edwin Nichols & Sinclair Skinner on Political Power, Cultural Values, I Love Black People and Crypto

Our classroom welcomes the renowned Dr. Edwin Nichols, an Industrial and Clinical Psychologist whose groundbreaking work on cultural philosophy, values, and systemic raci

Oct 21
3 h 12 min

Sadiki Bakari & Dennis Boatwright on AI’s Future, Mental Liberation, Sahel Sovereignty and Election Unity

Visionary Futuristic Researcher Sadiki Bakari takes command of our classroom. Prepare to unlock new perspectives as Sadiki reveals powerful techniques for deprogramming a

Oct 20
3 h 09 min

Tony Browder, Brother Taharka & Jeff Gallop on Egypt on the Potomac at 40, Kemetic History and Investigative Reporting

Renowned historian, author, and Kemetologist Tony Browder will be joining our classroom to share his extraordinary insights. With 45 years dedicated to uncovering the hid

Oct 15
3 h 11 min

Black Panther Party at 60: Voices From DC, LA & Chicago Honor a Legacy of Self-Defense and Empowerment

We honor the Black Panther Party's enduring legacy of self-defense and empowerment. Founded 60 years ago this week by visionaries Huey Newton and Bobby Seale, the Party’s

Oct 15
3 h 10 min

Zaki Baruti, Wayne Gillman, Reggie Thomas & Dr. James Anyike on Elections, Press Freedom and the Afrocentric KCIV Bible

The dynamic President/General of the Universal African Peoples Organization, Zaki Baruti, returns to our classroom this Tuesday morning. Not only will Brother Zaki offer

Oct 13
3 h 12 min

Dr. Ray Winbush, Ronald Gregory, Yohance Gregory & Charles Barron on Election Apathy, Dick Gregory’s Legacy and Global Politics

Morgan State University professor Ray Winbush returns to our classroom with a powerful preview of next month’s pivotal election. Discover how voter apathy could shape the

Oct 12
3 h 11 min

Dr. Maulana Karenga & Brother Askia on the Million Man March’s 31st Anniversary, Elections and Black Relationships

Kwanzaa creator and legendary griot Dr. Maulana Karenga visits our classroom! Dr. Karenga will share powerful memories from the historic Million Man March, an event he he

Oct 12
3 h 13 min

AI Controversy, Black Senate Campaigns & Pan-Africanism | Dr. Barbra Reynolds, John Templeton, Edward Brown & Sister Phile

The legendary dean of Black journalists, the Revd. Dr. Barbra Reynolds, will join our classroom this Wednesday to bring her wisdom and insight to the pressing AI controve

Oct 7
3 h 14 min

Griot Baba Lumumba & Political Blogger Brandon on Black Freedom, Election Stakes and Private Equity in College Sports

Griot Baba Lumumba returns to our classroom on Tuesday morning for a powerful and thought-provoking session you won't want to miss. A respected leader, Baba Lumumba works

Oct 7
3 h 12 min

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